Join us for a special Feast On® Mixer at Radius on Brant—an evening to connect, collaborate, and gather with Burlington’s culinary community as we kick off the 2026 Taste of Burlington program.

This mixer brings together participating restaurants, the Culinary Tourism Alliance, the Taste of Burlington team, and local partners for an industry-focused night of conversation, community, and good food.

Your ticket includes delicious light bites crafted by the Radius culinary team, a proudly Feast On® Certified establishment committed to sourcing the very best Ontario-grown food and drink.

This Mixer offers a relaxed setting to meet the teams behind Taste of Burlington and the Culinary Tourism Alliance, get to know fellow participating restaurants, and learn what to expect for this year’s Taste of Burlington program.

What to Expect:

1. A relaxed industry networking event with the Culinary Tourism Alliance, Taste of Burlington, Radius, and fellow restaurateurs

2. Delicious light bites by Radius on Brant and beverages from local producers, including VQA wines courtesy of Wines of Ontario and honey-forward beverages from Backed by Bees

3. A chance to learn more about the Culinary Tourism Alliance’s Feast On® program

4. Insights into what’s new for the 2026 Taste of Burlington program with space to ask questions and connect ahead of launch

5. No presentations, no pressure—just good company and great conversation

Join us for a Feast On® Mixer at the iconic Fort William Historical Park, hosted in collaboration with Tourism Thunder Bay. Enjoy thoughtfully curated bites from renowned local caterer The Chanterelle, and connect with fellow tourism and hospitality leaders in a setting steeped in culture and story. 

Whether you’re already a Feast On® certified business or curious about what it means to be part of Ontario’s local food movement, this industry mixer is your chance to connect, collaborate, and celebrate good food with great people.

Tickets are just $10, and all proceeds support the not-for-profit work at the Culinary Tourism Alliance.

What to Expect:

• A relaxed, industry networking event with Feast On® partners and industry friends 

• Delicious light bites by The Chanterelle

• A tasting of VQA wines, courtesy of Wines of Ontario

• A selection of craft beverages from local producers  

• No presentations, no pressure—just good company and great conversation 

Note: This is a 19+ event.

The Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC), in collaboration with the Provincial and Territorial Industry Associations (PTTIAs), and with the valued support of Destination Canada and The Globe and Mail, invites TIAC Members to an exclusive evening celebrating the impact and importance of Canada’s tourism sector.

Enjoy:

• Regional cuisine from across Canada 

• An Indigenous ceremony

• Live entertainment showcasing Canadian talent

• Connection with Members of Parliament, industry leaders, and fellow members

This high-profile reception highlights tourism’s role in driving economic growth, creating jobs, and enriching communities across the country.

This event is open to TIAC Members only.

CANADA’S ULTIMATE BBQ RETURNS TO ELORA ON TUESDAY JULY 29TH!

Join us in the heart of historic downtown for Elora’s Longest BBQ, an unforgettable celebration of Canadian cuisine featuring over 25 local restaurants and drink vendors, live music & family-friendly activities. Last year, we welcomed over 7,000 guests to this vibrant community event, come see what the buzz is all about! Whether you’re road-tripping from Toronto (just 90 minutes away) or strolling from downtown, it’s the perfect way to celebrate Food Day Canada and support local producers. Admission is free, with food and beverage tickets available online (*skip the line and win big) and at the door. All proceeds go to support Food Day Canada and its mission to champion Canadian farmers, ingredients, and culinary excellence. So, let’s fire up the grills and celebrate Canada’s flavours, together.

Calling all Thunder Bay culinary creators! Join Tourism Thunder Bay and the Culinary Tourism Alliance for a fun and flavourful free webinar all about the Feast On®– Ontario’s award-winning certification program.

Whether you’re a restaurateur, grower, producer, or local food artisan this is your chance to learn how celebrating local food and drink can boost your operations and put you on the culinary tourism map.

It’s happening soon, so grab your spot, and get ready to dig into the benefits of becoming a Feast On® partner!

🗓️ Date: Monday, June 9, 2025
🕐 Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM EST
📍 Location: Online (link sent upon registration)

Presented in partnership with the South Georgian Bay Small Business Enterprise Centre, the Tourism Mini Conference will feature engaging presentations, panels and networking opportunities. You will learn how to:

• Create powerful marketing & promotion strategies

• Champion sustainable tourism for a better future

• Elevate your customer experience to new heights

• Implement smart digital tools for growth & efficiency

• Develop effective storytellling techniques to engage food tourists

Our Marketing Manager, Gabrielle Mueller, will be giving a presentation titled, “Delicious Storytelling 101.”

Attendees will learn about who the modern food tourist is, with valuable tips and tricks to implement into food storytelling, whether done on social media, your menu or your website. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session.

RTO3 has launched the 2024/25 Sustainable Tourism Learning Series, featuring in-person events and a new library of resources, online materials and training programs centered on sustainable tourism practices. Tapping into the expertise of their Destination Sustainability Officer, Hamid Dwyer, they will be presenting a convenient curriculum of online training, webinars, resources to support our industry in becoming more sustainable.

Join us for a Feast On® Mixer at Borealis Kitchener – a vibrant networking event where members of the hospitality industry connect, collaborate, and share ideas. It’s also the perfect opportunity for businesses to discover the benefits of becoming Feast On® certified and how to get involved in Ontario’s local food movement.

Tickets include drinks and delicious light bites by Borealis. All proceeds will be donated to the Anishnabeg Spirit Bundle Program - which provides a variety of essentials like food, clothing, household items, baby supplies and more – covers Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge and Guelph, ensuring that the needs of 450 Indigenous families are met. Through this program, bi-weekly deliveries and scheduled pickups (e.g., of traditional remedies, bicycles and more) are offered. 

What to Expect:

• Relaxed time to network with fellow Feast On® members at a Feast On® business

• No agenda, presentations or formal meetings

• Great beverages and canapés from Feast On® partners

• $10 tickets, all proceeds go to charity

• A damn good time!

About Borealis

Serving up the best locally crafted foods and beverages, the folks at Borealis believe that supporting local is more than just a tagline, they put it into practice in each area of the restaurant: from where they source ingredients, to which breweries, distilleries and wineries they put behind the bar, to the building supplies and furniture they use.

Borealis puts its beliefs into action every day in the restaurant and is one of Canada's only B Corp certified restaurants - putting people before profit. 

Exclusive to TIAO Members, Tourism Day at Queen’s Park, is TIAO’s annual lobby day event at the provincial legislature. One of the association’s most highly rated events and membership benefits, TD@QP allows tourism industry leaders and stakeholders valuable face time with MPPs, Ministers, and other government officials and staff.

Tourism Day at Queen’s Park is by invitation only – we ask that all members interested in attending register their intent to participate. Please note that this does not guarantee participation, and  TIAO will reach out to those who will be scheduled into meetings. 

Please note that you MUST be a TIAO Member in order to register for this event. Click here to learn more about TIAO Membership.

Taste of Ontario Reception
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

TD@QP ends with a special Taste of Ontario Reception, presented by the Culinary Tourism Alliance. All TIAO members are welcome to register for and to attend the reception!

Join us for a Feast On ® Mixer at Restaurant Ricky + Olivia – a vibrant networking event where members of the Feast On® community connect, collaborate, and share ideas. It’s also the perfect opportunity for non-certified businesses to discover the benefits of becoming Feast On® certified and how to get involved in Ontario’s local food movement.

Tickets include drinks and delicious light bites by Ricky + Olivia. All proceeds will be donated to Eastview Neighbourhood Community Centre.

Join us for a delicious celebration of Kingston's unique limestone terroir, incredible culinary talent and a bit of revelry.

This experience will feature six talented Feast On® certified chefs from Southeastern Ontario, each showcasing their unique creations using the best seasonal produce and ingredients from the region.

As we celebrate the harvest season, you'll have the opportunity to savour an array of delicious dishes paired with exceptional craft beverages.

Immerse yourself in the flavours of Kingston and its surrounding rural areas, as we highlight the incredible work of local farmers and the vibrant local food scene. Don't miss this chance to experience the best Kingston has to offer in an ultra-cool setting..

Join us for this extraordinary celebration of Northern Ontario's vibrant culinary scene and terroir ingredients.

In collaboration with Feast On® ambassador Brianna Humphrey, this exclusive event brings together the culinary community in Timmins to celebrate the rich and diverse terroir ingredients of Northern Ontario.

Six talented chefs will showcase their culinary prowess, crafting exquisite dishes that highlight the region's finest local produce, meats, and artisanal products. Guests will have the opportunity to savour a variety of innovative and delicious creations, each reflecting the distinct flavours and traditions of Northern Ontario, PLUS sip on local craft beer and spirits.

Set against the picturesque backdrop of a private family farm, this event promises an unforgettable afternoon of gastronomic delight, community spirit, and appreciation for the land.